when you think about it. everywhere you sing is different. each venue imposes its own disciplines.

the effectiveness of your performance is conditioned by all sorts of things - the shape of the room, the cleverness of the sound man, the carpetting, the way the chairs have been laid out, your position on the bill.

as you get more experience, you will know which instruments to choose, which song to pick - and generally the craft of performing. that's why its important for more experienced players and singers to set an example, and pass on the craft. no one comes into this business fully formed as an artist. the more experienced performer will usually be able to maximise the situation to his advantage.